Asselefech Medessa Mergia

Asselefech Medessa Mergia is a Ethiopia middle-distance runner, born on January 23, 1985 in Waliso, Ethiopia. She competes primarily in the 1500m, 3000m and 5000m.

Her personal bests include 4:14.85 in the 1500m, 8:54.42 in the 3000m, 15:14.21 in the 5000m, 32:34.09 in the 10000m and 1:07:21 in the Semi. She has earned 1 gold, 2 silver and 2 bronze medals in major international competitions. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Ethiopia.